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Funeral services will be held for Ozelima Tabb Fontenot at 1:00 PM on Friday, November 23, 2018, in the Skip Motet Chapel at Lafond-Ardoin Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM until time of service at 1:00 PM. Burial will be held at Bellevue Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Fontenot, age 97, a resident of Opelousas, LA, passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at St. Landry Extended Care in Opelousas.

Ozelima was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. She retired from T. G. & Y. in Opelousas, loved sewing and gardening. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her sons, Gene R. Fontenot, Mark K. Fontenot, Glenn T. Fontenot; her daughter, Rita F. Hawkins and step-daughter, Margarite Miller. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Friday, August 14, 2015 at an 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Lafayette for Bertha T. Lavergne, age 63, Mrs. Joseph Lavergne, the former Bertha Trahan, who passed away Sunday, August 9, 2015 at her residence in Lafayette surrounded by her family and friends.

Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in Lafayette. The Rev. Gary Schexnayder, pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, will officiate at the services.

Mrs. Lavergne was a native of Esther and a resident of Lafayette for most of her life. She was employed for Auto Zone Area Distribution Center for eleven years until becoming disabled. She was a parishioner of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church and St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church where she was a member of the Bonne Mort Society, St. Peter Adoration Chapel since first opening and a suffering associate for the Community of Jesus Crucified. She will be remembered by the phrase "I love you more".

Bertha Trahan Lavergne was indeed a very special lady. She loved God, her husband Jay, and her three beautiful daughters Lana, Wendy and Dana with a fierce passion that only grew with the love that she had for her four grandchildren Colton, Mark, Marissa and Riley. She took great pleasure in her family and treasured every moment that she was able to spend with them. When she was able, Bertha loved cooking which was the source of many family memories. She also spent time caring for her cats and plants which kept her in touch with God's endless powers of creation.

Bertha's faith in God was truly an inspiration. While in the pain and struggles of her illness, she actually spent the majority of her time praying for others that were also ill, struggling with life, or for God's acceptance into heaven of those who have died. Her devout faith comforted her through her many physical challenges, but at times when her pain was unbearable she would become frustrated with her inability to focus on praying for others which was her real goal. Bertha received much inspiration from a healing prayer group led by Father Manny when she was able to attend. Her example of faith and devotion to God could be truly noted in her children and grandchildren from a young age and were easily visible by anyone who came in contact with her or her family.

Bertha's fun and down to earth disposition made her easily approachable (she never met a stranger). She made everyone she met feel comfortable with her warm smile and sincere concern she expressed in her interactions with you. Anyone who knew Bertha knows she was not always serious but instead loved to laugh and enjoyed a good joke. Her smile was infectious and her laughter touched your soul. Though it was hard at times, she still managed to get out a little giggle or a soft smile that left you wondering how she could gather the strength to smile while in such pain or discomfort. That's when you understood how strong and special her faith was and how truly beautiful and genuine her soul was. She fought the good fight!!!

Survivors include her husband of forty-eight years, Joseph D. "Jay" Lavergne of Lafayette; three daughters, Lana L. Johnson and her husband, Barney "Paul", of Denham Springs, Wendy L. Menard and her husband, Brian, of McDonough, GA and Dana L. Domec of Lafayette; four grandchildren, Colton Johnson, Mark Menard, Marissa Menard and Riley Domec; one brother, Rene Trahan, Jr. and his wife, Terri, of Forked Island; one half-sister, Marceline Trahan of Gonzales; and one sister-in-law, Lydia Hebert of Abbeville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Rene Trahan, Sr. and the former Elia Roger; two brothers, Joseph Ray Trahan and Joseph Elray Trahan; and one sister, Brenda T. d'Augereau.

Per her requests A Divine Mercy will be prayed at 3:00 p.m. and a Cursillo rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 10:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Thursday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Friday.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to everyone who provided prayers along her entire journey and to all of the healthcare professionals who did their best to make Bertha's five-year journey as comfortable as possible especially Father Manny, Dr. Matthew Mitchell, Yvonne Tarry and Lindsey Thibeaux.

Funeral services will be held Friday, May 25, 2018 at a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Landry Catholic Church for Joseph Neal Kerry, age 59, who passed away Monday, May 21, 2018 at his residence in Opelousas.

Interment will be in Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas. The Rev. James Brady, pastor of St. Landry Catholic Church, will officiate at the services.

Mr. Joseph was a native and lifelong resident of Opelousas. He was a painter for many years for large and small companies, including Exxon Mobile and DOW Chemical. He enjoyed fishing and hunting at the local rivers and levees.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 28, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. in Melancon Funeral Home in Opelousas for Malcolm "Mac" Lalonde, age 79, who passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas.

Interment will be in Bellevue Memorial Park in Opelousas.

Mr. Lalonde was a native and lifelong resident of Opelousas. He enjoyed racing horses in his younger years, loved cutting his grass and riding his four-wheeler. Mac was a great dancer and enjoyed sitting on his swing waving to all who passed by on Highway 31.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Eva Thibodeaux Lalonde; a son, Dirk Douglas Lalonde; his parents, Yves Lalonde, Sr. and Cora Leger Lalonde; two brothers, Roland Lalonde and Jude Lalonde; and two sisters, Gloria Marks and Shirley Lalonde.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed Thursday from 5:00 p.m. and will continue all night until service time on Friday.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at a 1:30 PM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne, LA for Verna Mae "Timmy" Fruge Stelly, 92, who died Wednesday January 17, 2018 at Rayne Guest Home in Rayne LA.

Interment will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery #2 in Rayne, LA.

Rev. Kevin Bordelon, Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services.

Survivors include two daughters, Marie Stelly Gilbert of Rayne, Lisa Stelly Cline and husband Robert of Scott, two sons, Kenny Stelly and wife Diane of Lafayette, Timmy Stelly and wife Jessica of Rayne, ten grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, one great great granchild, sister, Jeanie Fruge Thomas of Florida.

Mrs. Stelly was owner and operator of the Town House Restaurant in Rayne for 35 years. She was a member of the St. Joseph Ladies Altar Society, Catholic Daughters of America, Lay Carmelite's of St. Joseph.

A Rosary will be prayed Friday, January 19, 2018 at 7:00 PM in Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne LA.

The family requests that visitation be observed in Gossen Funeral Home in Rayne LA on Friday January 19, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Saturday January 20, 2018 from 9:00 am to 1:00 PM.

Friends may view the obituary and guestbook online at www.gossenfuneralhome.net.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. in the Duhon Funeral Home Chapel in Crowley for William C. Gautreaux, Jr., 58, who passed away at his home in Crowley surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 8:05 A.M.

Deacon Brian Winn, from Our Lady of the Sacred Heart will be officiating for the services. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery in Crowley.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Monday, August 31, 2015 from 4:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. A Rosary will be recited on Monday at 6 o'clock in the evening in the Funeral Home Chapel in Crowley.

Visitation will resume on Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. until time of services.
Survivors include his wife, Charlene B. Gautreaux of Crowley; one daughter, Nichole Gautreaux of Crowley; two sons, William C. Gautreaux, III of Crowley and Wilfred Menard of Crowley; four brothers, Keith, Brian, Shane, and Chris Gautreaux all of Crowley; one sister, Michelle Menard of Kaplan and six grandchildren, Grant, Katelyn, Autumn, Hailee, Jaylen and Taylor.

Mr. Gautreaux was preceded in death by his parents, William and Sylvia Gautreaux, Sr. and one brother, Lance Paul Gautreaux.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Duhon Funeral Home, LLC in Rayne for Naklion "Nackie" Credeur, 59, who passed away at her sister's home in Duson surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 4:20 a.m.
Deacon Dan Besse, Deacon from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne will be officiating for the services. Burial will be in the St. Theresa Catholic Church Cemetery in Duson.

The family has requested the visitation to be held on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. until time of services in the Funeral Home Chapel in Rayne.

Survivors include one son, David and wife Kristy Sonnier of Rayne; one sister, Eldean and husband, Harold Comeaux of Duson; one grandson, Landen Sonnier of Rayne; two nieces, Tessica and husband, Mark Lantier of Duson and Tiree and husband, David Champagne of Duson; five great nieces, Latosha R. Lantier of Scott, Latoya L. Lantier of Rayne, Terin M. Champagne of Duson, Haleigh Domingue of Duson and Brittanie Ahlers of Duson; three great nephews, Trent and wife, Samantha Champagne of Duson, Corey Champagne of Duson and Charles Champagne, IV of Duson; one great-great nephew, Braxton Lantier of Rayne and three great-great nieces, Kadynce Lantier of Rayne, Addison Champagne and Elizabeth Winn of Duson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Darrell James Credeur; her parents, Joseph V. & Laura Alleman and one brother, Farrell Alleman.

Pallbearers for the services will be Tiree Champagne, Cheri Credeur, Trent Champagne, Tim Credeur, Corey Champagne, Caroll Alleman, Toby Credeur and David Sonnier. Honorary Pallbearers will be Freddie Stelly, Jr., Charles Champagne, IV and Allen Dale Dugas.
The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff of Hospice of Acadiana for their care and compassion shown to Nackie and her family during her illness and also a special thanks to Cheri and Tim Credeur; Brittany Trahan and Joshua Rogers.

Please send personal condolences to the family at www.duhonfuneralhome.com.

Duhon Funeral Home, LLC of Rayne will be in charge of the arrangements.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 4, 2014 at a 10:00 a.m. in Crossroads Church for Annie Jean Chargois Welch, age 85, who passed away Sunday, November 30, 2014 at 9:45 p.m. in Lafayette.

Interment will be in Evangeline Memorial Gardens in Carencro. Pastor Jeff Ables of Crossroads Church will officiate at the services.

Mrs. Welch was a native of Lafayette and a resident of Carencro. Her and her husband were founders of Bethel Assembly of God, which is now Crossroads Church. Mrs. Welch had a gift of hospitality, was very giving and always had food on the stove.

Survivors include two sons, James "Hoss" Welch, Jr. and his wife, Debra, and John Douglas Welch and his wife, Brandy, all of Carencro; four daughters, Sarah "Pucci" Butcher and her husband, Kelly, of Carencro, Charlene "Charlie" Squires and her husband, Stephen, of Lafayette, Maxine "Mackie" Prejean and her husband, Randy, of Carencro, and Faye "Fe Fe" Melancon and her husband, Chris, of Breaux Bridge; one son-in-law, Louis Dupuis; one daughter-in-law, Sandra Welch; one brother, John Chargois of Sulphur; one sister, Mary Chargois of Sulphur; twenty grandchildren; twenty nine great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Welch, Sr.; her parents, Albert Chargois and the former, Agnes Gardner; one son, Aaron Welch; one daughter, Frances Dupuis; and three brothers, Jimmy Chargois, Joe Chargois and Eddie Chargois.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Wednesday at Crossroads Church and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Thursday.

View the obituary and guestbook online at www.melanconfuneralhome.net.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 2:00 PM in the Sunrise Chapel at Walters Funeral Home for Jackie Don Clothier, 86, who passed away June 23, 2015. Pastor Chad Thibodeaux of Vatican Baptist Church will conduct the funeral services. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

Survivors include one daughter, Chyrl Clothier and her partner Tina Richard of Lafayette; two sons, Jay Clothier of Lafayette and Don Clothier and his wife Deborah of Sunset; two grandchildren, Tressie Trail of Lake Charles and Logan Clothier of Lafayette and one great-granddaughter, Morgan Trail of Lake Charles.
He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Camel Clothier; his parents, Harry Otho and Zelda Clothier; and one sister, Peggy Williams.

Jack was a native of Binger, Okla. and resident of Lafayette for the past 65 years. He served his country honorably as a United States Marine during the Korean Conflict.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at a 1:00 p.m. in Melancon Funeral Home in Opelousas for Clifton Johnson, age 90, who passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 1:15 p.m. at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Opelousas.

Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Washington.

Mr. Johnson was a native of Monroeville, AL and a long time resident of Opelousas, LA. He worked as a machine welder for Roy Motors, H.D. Fowlers, and C & D Fabricators. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and loved his candy and something cold to drink and riding his four-wheeler in the woods. He was very particular of his garden, liked to visit with friends and family and make his rounds. He cooked many dinners at Allen's Bait Shop in Washington.

Survivors include two sons, Timothy Johnson and his wife, Rachelle, of Opelousas, LA and Donald Johnson and his wife, Debbie, of Lake Charles; six grandchildren, Nichol Kierum, Lauren Johnson, Marcus Johnson and his wife, Jessica, Joshua Johnson, Coby Johnson, Kyle Johnson, and Tyler Johnson due in July; three great grandchildren, Victoria, Gracie, and Avery; and one great granddaughter due in October; one brother, Kenneth Johnson and his wife, Vickie, of Little River, AL; two sisters, Wilma Jones of Saraland, AL and Sue Godwin of Goodway, AL.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Neva Jones Johnson; his parents, Clifton Johnson and the former Mamie Gregson; three brothers, Ed Johnson, Rayford Johnson, and Joe Johnson; and two sisters, Bobbie Gant and Anne Johnson.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Monday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at a 1:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. John Berchmans Catholic Church in Cankton for Mr. Alvin J. Soileau, age 55, who passed away Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at his residence in Cankton.

Interment will be in St. John Berchmans Cemetery in Cankton. Msgr. Russell Harrington will officiate at the services.

Musical selections will be provided by Kip Faul. The songs will be Amazing Grace, Go Rest High On That Mountain, The Old Rugged Cross, and I Will Never Forget You.

Mr. Soileau was born and raised in Duson until the age of 18, when he moved to Cankton where he resided for the last 37 years. He was employed for Shane Boullion Trucking as a Truck Driver. Mr. Soileau was a parishioner of St. John Berchman Catholic Church, where he was formerly an usher, a member of the Bonne Mort Society, as well as a member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus.

Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Gladys Myers Soileau of Cankton; two sons, James Soileau and his wife, Naomi, and Jason "Bill" Soileau, both of Cankton; two brothers, Calvin Soileau and Steve "T-Red" Soileau and his wife, Tina, both of Duson; three sisters, Debbie Arceneaux and her husband, Patrick, of Lafayette, Tammy Soileau of Duson, and Angela Hollier of Church Point; five grandchildren, Dawson James Soileau, Allison Marie Soileau, Jaxon Joseph Soileau, Bryson John Soileau and Ethan James Soileau; two god-children, Danielle Johnson and Ashley Soileau; and his mother-in-law, Irene Myers of Carencro.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph "Snook" Soileau and the former Mary Jane Cormier; his father-in-law, John L.J. Myers; and his brother-in-law, John F. "Boy" Myers.

A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Monday in the funeral home by Barbara Richard.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 10:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Monday and will continue from 8:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at a 2:00 PM Liturgy of the Word in Evangeline Memorial Gardens Chapel in Carencro for Pearl Hebert, age 87, the former Pearl Benoit, who passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Bethany Nursing Home in Lafayette.

Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Lafayette. The Rev. Gary
Schexnayder will officiate at the services.
Musical selections will be provided by Valerie Andrus.

Mrs. Hebert was a native of Scott and lived most of her life in Lafayette. She was employed with the Lafayette Parish School Board as a cafeteria worker at Broadmoor Elementary School for 5 years. She was a parishioner of St. Jules Catholic Church in Lafayette. Mrs. Hebert enjoyed fishing, cooking, baking, sewing, painting pictures and having get togethers with family and friends. She was a very good homemaker and will be greatly missed by her family.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at a 2:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in Carencro for Lorena Marie Dugas, age 80, the former Lorena Marie Alleman, who passed away Monday, November 24, 2014 at 1:47 p.m. at her residence in Duson.

Interment will be in St. Peter Catholic Cemetery in Carencro. The Rev. Allen Breaux, associate pastor of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Church, will officiate at the services.

Mrs. Dugas was a native and resident of Duson. She retired with the Lafayette Parish School System after over 30 years of service as a cafeteria worker at Duson Elementary alongside her husband, Calvin, where they were affectionately known as Pop and Momma Dugas. She enjoyed cooking, especially at her home, baking beautiful goods, including many wedding cakes for family and friends and she hosted all the Christmas and holiday events. Before Hurricane Rita, she enjoyed going to the camp in Holly Beach. Mrs. Dugas was a parishioner of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church in Duson.

Survivors include two sons, Jason Dugas of Lafayette and Allen Dale Dugas of Duson; one daughter, Jacqueline Duplechine and her husband, Kim, of Cankton; three brothers, Louis Alleman and his wife, Betty, John Lee Alleman and his wife, Bercie, all of Duson and Carrol Alleman and his wife, Yvonne, of Scott; two sisters, Birdie Guilbeau and Marge Ray, both of Rayne; four grandchildren, Nick Duplechine and his wife, Lori, Kyle Duplechine and his companion, Sandra Harris, Kipp Duplechine and his wife, Brooke, and Bridget Dugas; and five great grandchildren, Madison, Hannah, Haley, Spencer, and Ivan Duplechine.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Calvin Dugas; her parents, Wilfred Alleman and Solita Guidry, both natives of Duson; two brothers, Jessie Alleman and Joseph "Voice" Alleman; and two sisters, Grace Trahan and Dacie Dugas.

A rosary will be prayed at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed from 9:00 a.m. Wednesday until service time on Wednesday.

Funeral services will be held with a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 1:00 PM in the Sunrise Chapel at Walters Funeral Home for Dr. Wilfrid G. Dolan who passed away on April 25, 2013 at the Regional Medical Center of Acadiana with his family at his bedside.

Father Gary Schexnayder, pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Lafayette, will be the celebrant of the mass and conduct the funeral service. Jodi Bollich, organist and soloist will perform "Amazing Grace", "On Eagles Wings", "Panis Angelicus", "Shepherd Me Oh God", and "Ave Maria". Lector will be Lauren Richard and gift bearer will be Lisa Bordelon. Entombment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Dr. Dolan was a member of St. Mary's Church.

Survivors include two daughters, Judith D. Richard and her husband Robley A. Richard, III of Carencro, LA, and Brigid D. Raleigh and her fiance Mark Stevens of Millsboro, DE; a son Wilfrid G. Dolan, II of Lafayette, LA; three grandchildren, Raquel R. LaGrange and her husband Mark LaGrange, Robley A. Richard, IV, his wife Lauren, and their daughter Camille of Lafayette, and Megan L. Raleigh of Millsboro, DE.

Dr. Dolan was preceded in death by his beloved and devoted wife of fifty-three years, Mary Jane Lee Dolan; his parents Mr. and Mrs. Edward L. Dolan; four brothers, Rev. George E. Dolan, C.M., Charles Norbert Dolan, John Vincent Dolan and Stephen Alan Dolan, all of New Orleans.
A native of New Orleans, Dr. Dolan has been a resident of Lafayette since 1955 practicing Obstetrics and Gynecology. In New Orleans he was a graduate of St. Stephen's Parochial School, Holy Cross High School, Tulane University (Pre-Med) and LSU School of Medicine in 1949.
Dr. Dolan was a veteran of military service having served in the U.S. Navy from 1944-1946 during WWII and again from 1949-1952 during the Korean War. He was a member of the U.S. Naval Reserve local unit for several years and retired from the U.S. Naval Medical Corps Reserve with the rank of Lt. Commander in 1958.

Dr. Dolan completed his internship at St. Mary's Hospital in E. St. Louis, IL in 1950 and his OB-GYN residency program at Charity Hospital, LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans from 1952-1955. He was appointed to Chief Resident in his last year of residency. In 1956 he became a member of the American College of OB-GYN (AGOG) and became board certified in 1960. Dr. Dolan began his practice in 1955 at which time he was also made Department Head of OB-GYN services at Lafayette Charity Hospital starting as clinical instructor for the LSU School of Medicine OB-GYN Department. In 1973 he was promoted to Clinical Associate Professor. He retired from private practice in 1994. Dr. Dolan was the Medical Director of the local plasma center Talecris from 1996-2013.

During his years of medical practice he was a member of the American Medical Association, Southern Medical Association, Pan American Association, Chief of Staff at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Chief of Staff at Lafayette Charity Hospital, president of the Lafayette Parish Medical Society and a member of Louisiana State Medical Society. Dr. Dolan was also a member of several social organizations, including the Krewe of Gabriel, Krewe of Gabriel Dukes, a Duke of the Krewe of Attakapas and a member of the Lafayette Townhouse. He was also a member of the Lafayette Lions Beaver Club and the American Legion.

In 1972 Dr. Dolan promoted the perspective building of the present Women's & Children's Hospital, which was finally opened in 1983 with the efforts of most of the local OB-GYN doctors. In 1990 Dr. Dolan was recognized by The Daily Advertiser for having delivered over 10,000 babies. On April 2, 2009 the Lafayette Parish Medical Society honored Dr. Dolan for sixty years of community service.

The family requests that visitation be observed from 3:00-9:00 PM on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, and resume Wednesday morning at 8:00 am until time of services. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 PM Tuesday evening at the funeral home.

The Dolan family wishes to extend thanks and appreciation to his office nurses of twenty years plus, Mrs. Virginia LaFleur, LPN (deceased) and Mrs. Rowena Johnson, RN for their faithful service; Mr. Hubert "Red" Dumesnil his banker; Mr. Mike Smith his insurance advisor; and Mr. Arthur D. Mouton his attorney. Special thanks to the ICU nurses at Regional Medical Center of Acadiana for their kind and gentle care. Dr. Dolan will be remembered for his love of family, friends and dedication to his patients and the community.

Memorial contributions in Dr. Dolan's name may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Ste. 200, Lafayette, LA 70503.

Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 3:00 PM in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery in Scott for Rickie Paul Guilbeau, 58, who passed away November 7, 2013. Deacon Art Bakeler will officiate the ceremony, and Skip Dent will give the eulogy.

In late 1883, several of the children and grandchildren of James John & Penelope McKinnon Etheredge loaded up their belongings on horse and mule driven wagons and moved to the Ashford, Alabama area in what was then Henry County and is now Houston County. The story told to my Uncle Terrell 'Buck' Etheridge is that according to his Daddy, Elonzo 'Lonnie' Etheredge, 5 of the sibling families were a part of this move. The group included: Laura Etheredge, her Husband Redding Bryant Beasley and their 2 children; Henry H. 'Mack' Etheredge, his wife Alice Henrietta Lofton and their 2 children; Thomas Thower Etheredge, his wife Sarah 'Sallie' Ragan and their son Elonzo 'Lonnie' Etheredge, (then 8 years old); Lewis A. 'Luly' Etheredge and his wife Idella Ragan; and Callie Etheredge, her husband George Washington Hicks and their oldest child. This move also included Sarah 'Sallie' Ragan's sister, Eliza Elizabeth Ragan, her husband Daniel Lafayette Moody and several of their oldest children. Uncle 'Buck' says 'Lonnie' was only 8 years old at the time, but often talked about the childhood adventure of the move. It was also told by Lonnie that Sarah's sister, Rebecca Ann 'Becky' Ragan, her husband Seaborn Jefferson Brown and their oldest children had moved to Henry County not long before this group did.

Census records also reflect and the story has been passed down by my Granddaddy, Clifford Etheridge, my Daddy, Henry Ethridge, and my Stepmom, Irene Ethridge, that 2 of the older Etheredge siblings made a similar move to Baker County, Georgia, not long after the Civil War. This included William Arthur Etheredge, his wife Mary Jane Sanders (Irene's grandparents) and their children, along with John Franklin Etheredge, his wife Sarah Angeline Sanders and their children. Note that these two brothers married sisters, making their children what is referred to as double first cousins, which was a common occurrence since the Civil War in many families. There are several of these cases in my family history in the Etheredge, Pate, and Blalock lines.

My Daddy, Henry and my Stepmom, Irene discovered they were cousins, not long after they were married in 1976. The story goes that once they were discussing the family history with my Granddaddy, Clifford Etheridge and Irene shared with him that her Granddaddy, William Arthur Etheredge had lost his leg while fighting in the Civil War. Cliff could also remember his Granddaddy, Thomas Thrower Etheredge telling the story of his brother, William Arthur, losing his leg in the War. That means Irene and Cliff are 2nd cousins, making Irene and Henry 2nd cousins, 1x removed.

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Lena Mae Hudspeth Williams, 90, announces her passing on Sunday, December 28, 2014 at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Ville Platte. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on January 1, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Ville Platte at 11:00 AM. Rite of Committal will be in the Evangeline Memorial Park Cemetery with Father Brian Harrington, celebrant.

A loving mother, sister, and grandmother she will be fondly remembered by her three sons Samuel Hudspeth and wife Lill of Highland, Michigan, Roy Hudspeth and wife Peggy of Ville Platte, and Dean Hudspeth and wife Celeste of Lafayette, three daughters Carolyn Landreneau and husband Buford of Bayou Chicot, Emily Kahler of Plant City, Florida, and Elaine Hudspeth of Ville Platte, and one sister Emily Joy Dupre of Rockwell, Texas. Also left behind to cherish her memory are her 17 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild.
Lena now rests in Heaven with her first husband James E. Hudspeth, her second husband Robert L. Williams, her parents John and Emily Ortego, her son James E. Hudspeth, Jr., her daughter Ellen Hudspeth, her brothers Edward Ortego, Edgar Ortego, Lee Roy Ortego, Allen Ortego, Rodney Ortego, Sylvan Ortego, and Howard Ortego, her sisters Verna Hart and Eva Lou Kubiak and her grandson Brady Hudspeth.

At the request of the Williams family, visitation will take place at Ardoins Funeral Home in Ville Platte on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 from 2:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again on January 1, 2015 from 8:00 AM until time of service. A rosary will be recited in her honor Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM.

Family and friends may send condolences to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

It is with great sadness that the family of Alaven John LeJeune, Jr. announces his passing from this life surrounded by his family on May 9, 2015 at the age of 68. Alaven was born and raised in the Hathaway/Jennings area. He worked at Olin Chemicals for 25 years then took medical retirement. He loved hunting, fishing and gardening. He also loved bragging on his 19 grandkids and 6 great grandkids. He would tell stories on them for days. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus and St. Lawrence Catholic Church.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Lawrence Catholic Church for Alaven John "Al" LeJeune, 68 of Roanoke, LA on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 10:00 AM with Father Babasino Fernandes. Visitation will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home on Monday, May 11th from3:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a rosary recited at 7:00 PM by Dec. Mike Tramel and the Knights of Columbus. The family request visitation resume on Tuesday from 8:00 AM until the time of his Funeral Mass. Alaven will be laid to rest in Doucet Cemetery.

Alaven is preceded in death by his parents, Alaven "Bib" LeJeune and Ora B. LeJeune; his honorary parents, Son and Shug Guillotte; his father-in-law, Louis Attlie Fontenot; one brother, Winston LeJeune and his favorite uncle Leo Bourgeois, Jr.

Carrying Alaven to his final resting place in Doucet Cemetery will be his sons, Keith, Bubba, Scooter as well as Glen Sr., Darren Gary and Cody LeBlanc. Honorary pallbearers will be all of His grandsons, Kent Barras, Stephen Guillotte and Dwayne LeJeune.

It is with great sadness the family of Arista Guidry announce his passing on April 17, 2015, at 5:15 PM at Jennings American Legion Hospital at the beautiful age of 99. Mr. Guidry was a familiar face in the Tee-Mamou area for over 60 years dealing with the farming community, cattle and planting his garden. Mr. Guidry never met a stranger and was admired by all who knew him. He never hesitated to help his fellow farmer. Whether it was planting a crop, cutting rice, or plowing a field, if help was needed, Mr. Guidry was there to do it for over 66 years. He was an avid cattleman for over 50 years. He loved his cattle and raised many different breeds. People often talked how he would call his cows they seemed to know him. He also loved his garden. He always shared his crop of tomatoes, potatoes, and corn or beans, and peppers when in abundance. Mr. Guidry also served his God and church as a member of KC Council 4906 for over 65 years and was initiated as a 4th degree KC since 1971.

But mostly Mr. Guidry loved his family. He taught his sons and grandchildren the value of hard work and honest pay by the example he showed. He enjoyed life to the fullest, had a hardy laugh, loved a good joke, a cold beer, good food, Cajun music, and a good conversation. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Mr. Guidry is survived by his beloved wife of 77 years, Hazel Fuselier Guidry of Tee-Mamou; three sons, James (Corieta) Guidry of Evangeline, LA, Donald (Carroll) Guidry of Basile, LA, Thomas (Kathleen)Guidry of Iota. Also left to cherish his memory is his pride and joy of 10 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. As well as two brothers, Danis (Eunice) Guidry of Lake Charles, LA and Alec Guidry of Iowa, LA.

He was preceded in death by parents, Treville and Celestine Lormand Guidry; three brothers, Moise, Dewey and Treville, Jr.; three sisters, Elise Bertrand, Azelima Granger, Bertha Royer; one great grandchild, Juian Ray Smith.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Jules Catholic Church in Tee-Mamou on April 20, 2015 at 10:00 AM with Father Charles McMillin officiating. Burial will follow in the Tee-Mamou Mausoleum. Visitation will held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home in Jennings starting on Sunday April 19th at 11:00 AM until 9:30 PM with a rosary at 6:00 PM recited by KC Council 4906 of Tee-Mamou. Visitation will resume on Monday April 20th at 8:00 AM until the time of his funeral mass.

Honoring Mr. Guidry as his pallbearers will be his grandsons, Darin Guidry, Michael Guidry, Chris Guidry, Thomas Guidry, Matthew Guidry, and Eric Guidry. Honorary pallbearers will be his three sons, James, Donald and Thomas Guidry.

To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net
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It's with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Allen Fontenot announces his passing from this life on April 12, 2015 at the age of 82. Allen was born in Jennings, La. to the late Ednus Fontenot and the late Dora Lopez Fontenot on January 11, 1933. Allen was a Welder. He was also an avid gardener. Allen enjoyed raising cattle, listening to French music and dancing. His dog Scooter held a special place in his heart. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Ednus and Dora Fontenot, five brothers, Howard, Louis, Lloyd, Ivan and Curtis Fontenot.

Funeral Services with Full Military Rites will be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings on Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 3:00 PM with Father Charles McMillin officiating, with a gathering of family and friends to continue after his services until 5:00 PM.
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It's with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Alton "Al" P. LeBlanc, Jr. announces his passing from this life on the evening of June 15, 2015. Al was born in Elton, LA on March 16, 1937 to the late Alton Paul LeBlanc, Sr. and Lorma Landry LeBlanc. Al worked as a Maintenance Supervisor for Coushatta. He loved his job and enjoyed going to work. In his spare time he loved to be outdoors, he was an avid hunter and fisherman. Al also loved to dance and spend time with his family and friends. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all.

Al was preceded in death by parents, Alton and Lorma LeBlanc; one sister, Margaret Porche'; one brother, Richard LeBlanc.

Funeral services for Alton "Al" LeBlanc, 78 will be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home on Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 2:00 PM with Father Charles McMillin officiating. Visitation will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 17th from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. with a rosary recited at 7:00 PM by Deacon Mike Tramel. Visitation will resume on Thursday, June 18th at 8:00 AM until the time of his service. Al will be laid to rest in Oaklawn Cemetery.

It's with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Emily Elizabeth Tramel announces her passing from this life on April 19, 2015 at the age of 29. Emily was born in Jennings, La. to Michael Tramel and Alice Claire LeJeune Tramel on November 5, 1985. Emily worked as a Reservationist for Coushatta Casino Resort. She enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with her family and friends. Emily also enjoyed talking on her phone, dancing, as well as listening to French and Zydeco Music. She loved the song "Every Day was Mothers' Day". She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Emily was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Alaven "Bib" and Ora LeJeune; her paternal grandmother, Betty Tramel; her godfather, Winston LeJeune.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2015 at 11:00 AM with Father Babasino Fernandes officiating. Burial will follow in Doucet Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings on Wednesday, April 22nd from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM with a rosary recited at 7:00 PM by the Cursillo family. Visitation will resume on Thursday, April 23rd at 8:00 AM until the time of her mass at 11:00 AM.

Carrying Emily to her final resting place in Doucet Cemetery will be Byron LeJeune, Dwayne LeJeune, Logan LeJeune, Richard "Chip" LeBlanc, Cody LeBlanc and Jared Dennis.

To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net
Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.

It's with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Grace Sons announces her passing from this life on May 11, 2015 at the age of 90. Grace was born in Jennings, LA to the late Charles Justman and the late Eunice Trahan on September 7. 1924. She was a homemaker and devoted her life to the care of her family. She loved listening to the radio, watching and listening to Wheel of Fortune. Grace enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. She loved to pray for people. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Grace was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Eunice Justman.

Funeral Services will be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 2:00 PM with Father Charles McMillin officiating. Burial will follow in Andrus Cove Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings on Tuesday, May 12th from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM.

Carrying Grace to her final resting place in Andrus Cove Cemetery will be Randy Brown, Dwayne Brown, Tyler Brown, Denver Brown, Trevor Vincent and Dwain Ardoin.

To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net
Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.

Visitation is 6-8 PM Friday at the funeral home.Jim Broom was born Sept. 26, 1931, in Palo Pinto County, the son of the late Wiley and Nancy Wells Broom. Jim married the former Thalta Wright on Sept. 28, 1951, and together started their family of three children. He proudly served in the Air Force National Guard. Jim was a director of Mineral Wells Junior Jaycees, a Millsap ISD school board member, a member of the Road Runner Travel Club and the Mountain River Volunteer Fire Department. Very active in the community, Jim also served as election clerk and election judge in Parker County. He made his career working for Texas Power and Light and retired in 1987 after 37 years of service. Jim was a member of Soda Springs Baptist Church, where served as a deacon since July 4, 1963.Jim's faith was genuine, quiet and practical. He deeply believed in God, in life, in others and in himself. Several things happened to him along the way that might have embittered him. He never held a grudge or harbored resentment. Jim made it easy for his family to believe in a Heavenly Father whose steadfast love endures forever. He will never be forgotten.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, on Wednesday, June 24, 2015, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Coteau, for Joseph Larel Roger, 77, who passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2015, at his residence.

The family requests that visiting hours be observed at the funeral home from 12:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Tuesday, and continue on Wednesday from 7:00 am until 10:30 am .

A rosary will be prayed at 7:00 PM on Tuesday.

Rev. Barry Crochet will be the celebrant. Scripture readings will be read by Debbie Leger. The Gift Bearers will be Nelda Powell and Staci Bellfleur.

Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Lafayette.

Mr. Roger enjoyed being a musician, especially playing the drums, being a horse trainer, and would volunteer as a rodeo clown at rodeos throughout the area. He was a member of the Cajun Joker and Hub City Riders horse riding club. Joseph honorably served his country as a United States Marine. He was a member of the St. Martin Parish Rotary Club and the Odd Fellows Fraternal Organization. Mr. Roger was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his children, Natalie Kidd and husband Larry of Nampa, ID, Elizabeth Roger of New Iberia, Laurie Roger of New Iberia, Raven Roger Keoudone and husband Khamkong of Youngsville; one sister, Nelda Powell and Husband Billy of Broussard; special friend, Farrel Armentor; four grandchildren, Joseph Kibbe, Fred Kidd, Adrianna Roger, and Don Derouen.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine Roger; mother, Eunice Lantier Roger; father, Aldus Roger; and brother, Charles Roger.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 12, 2013 at Saint Lawrence Catholic Church in Mowata for Edward Frey, Jr., 79, who died at 5:40 a.m. Tuesday, December 10, 2013 in Crowley.

Fr. Joseph Tran, Pastor of Saint Lawrence Catholic Church will celebrate the Mass. Visitation may be observed on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until service time at the church. A Rosary will be prayed at 12:30 Thursday. Burial will follow in the Saint Lawrence Mausoleum.

Mr. Edward was born March 7, 1934 in Mowata to the late Edward, Sr. and Annie Thevis Frey. He was a Veteran of the United States Army and served his country in Germany. He worked most all of his life in the Auto-parts industry. He loved woodworking and tending to his yard.

Edward is survived by 1 son Bryan Frey and his wife Tina of Lena, LA; a grandson Christopher Frey and his wife Sherry of Fairmont, WV; a granddaughter Regina Richard of Youngsville; 2 great grandchildren Hailey Richard and Ellenor Frey; 5 sisters and brothers Genevieve Leonards of Morganza, Mildred Boudreaux of Jennings, Rita Hebert of Iota, Frederick Frey of Sansabelt, FL, and Sadie Thevis of Simmesport, LA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife D'Aun Fontenot Frey and his second wife Pam Schlicher Frey.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at 3:00 PM at Gossen Funeral Home Chapel in Rayne, LA for Mary Louise Credeur Nero, 59, who died Sunday October 14, 2018 at her residence in Rayne, LA.

Interment will be in the St. Joseph Cemetery #2 in Rayne, LA.

Deacon Tommy Adams of St. Joseph Catholic Church will be conducting the memorial services.

Name: George CULVER Sr.
Sex: M
Birth: 1721 in Somerset County, MD.
Note: or 1728
Death: 1782 in Sussex County, DE.
Note: or 1784
Note:
Note: Son of John Culver, who came to America from England with three sons, Joseph, Aaron and Moses

Was given a gold-headed cane in 1743 by a J. H. Davis; at last report it was owned by one of his descendants,
Mr. Dillon Culver of Houston, TX

It is assumed that he had at least two, possibly three, wives because of the wide range in the ages of his children

Feb 8, 1770 - George Culver sold to John Wainright, 64 acres of land called "Bailey's Chance" and 50 acres called
"Drumany" for 55 pounds current money, in hand paid

Will - Sussex Co., DE - dated Feb 28, 1782, probated Dec 30, 1782
George Culver Jr., son, executor
Heirs: John Culver, Jesse Culver, Nathan Culver, Isaac Culver, Salathiel Culver, William Culver, George Culver Jr., sons
Easter Culver, Milly Culver, daughters
To:
Sons John, Jesse, Nathan, Isaac and Salathiel - one shilling each
Daughters Easter and Milly - one shilling each
Son Salathiel - horse, cow and calf, and all cash after funeral charges are paid
Son William - half of the remainder of the estate (in case he dies without heirs it goes to son George)
Son George - other half of the remainder of the estate (in case he dies without heirs it goes to son William)

George Culver Jr, the son of George Culver Sr and Martha Calloway, was born in Somerset Co MD about 1760. On 19 Mar 1784 after the death of their father, George's brothers, William 16 and Salathael 14, asked the court to appoint George as their guardian.

About 1790, George along with brothers Nathan, Salathael, and their first cousin, Joshua Joseph Culver (son of Aaron Culver) moved to Hancock Co GA. After arriving in Hancock Co, George married Elizabeth Ellis who had also recently moved from Delaware. They had eleven children. All of their children were born in Hancock Co. It is possible that they traveled to Georgia together.

In the 1812 Hancock Co GA list of taxable property for Capt Newsome's District, George owns the following: 6 negroes, 250 acres of #3 land in Hancock Co on Beaver Dam adjoining Capt Newsome. The land was originally granted to George. (104)

In the list of land holdings in 1825 Hancock Co GA, George Culver owns 522 acres in Hancock Co located on Lake Ogeechee. His land was located next to the Atkinson property.

NOTES:
Children in order named in Geo Sr's will. Wife/wives not known. Wm & Salathael [age 14] were minors in 1784 when Geo Sr died. Geo jr named their guardian. Geo SR received a gold headed cane in 1743 from J.H. Davis. From the fact that he signed his names in MD & GA and and the others signed by mark, the author (Spillers) thought Nathan the child of a different
mother. Nathan named as 3d son of Geo was a soldier in Amer Rev or at least rendered service ("by your bond Dr. to confiscated property sold, payable on or before Jan 1st to Wm McBride, Nathan Culver & Wm Dashiell, 1406 pounds -5 shillings. Nathan bought "Collins Adventure" from Nehemiah King in 21 Jun 1780.

Nathan's wife Nancy Powers probate papers identifies the heirs. Nathan Geo jr & Salathael all moved to Hancock Co GA before 1790, as did "their 1st cousin Joshua J(oseph?) son of Aaron. All of Geo jr's children were born in GA (no GA census 1790, 1800, 1810 destroyed in 1812). More on this line in book. It is supposed that Geo SR's wife was Martha as each of the 3 sons who came to GA named a dau Martha. The name of Geo SRs last wife may have been Calloway. He may have had as many as three wives.

pg 125 (Spillers) Georgetown, DE. C. No 3, Mar 19, 1784. Orphans Court "Came into court, William Culver, a minor son of George culver dec'd, and prayed admittance to choose for his guardian, his brother, George Culver, of who this court approves and the said George Culver being present, accepts the trust and prayed bond with Aaron Culver, Surety. Same date. Came (pg 126) into court, George Culver and made known to the court that George Culver, late of Sussex Co, Dec'd, did not in his lifetime dispose of the guardianship of his son, Salathael Culver, a minor, and 14 years of age, and prayed this court to approve some person to be guardian to said minor person and his estate during his minority, or until he arrives at age to choose for himself, whereupon the court appointed the said George Culver, guardian to said minor, and he being present accepts the trust and prayed bond with Aaron Culver, Surety.

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Year Surname Given Name (s) County State Page Township or Other Info
Record Type
1860 CULVER GEORGE Worcester County MD 761 Parsons District Federal Population Schedule MD 1860 Federal Census Index
1850 CULVER GEORGE Worcester County MD 238 6th E District Federal Population Schedule MD 1850 Federal Census

Year Surname Given Name (s) County State Page Township or Other Info
Record Type
1830 CULVER GEORGE Sussex County DE 137 Little Creek Hundred Federal Population Schedule DE 1830 Federal Census
1842 CULVER GEORGE Sussex County DE Washington Federal Population Schedule DE 1840 Federal Census I
1870 CULVER GEORGE L. SUSSEX CO. DE 8 M NOV DE TYPHOID FE NONE LISTED

Reverend Martin Charles Leonards, 72, pastor of St. Theresa of the Child Jesus and St. Benedict the Moor in Duson, LA died peacefully on Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at Lafayette General Medical Center, Lafayette, LA.

News of Fr. Leonards death has been greeted with sadness by people throughout the diocese. His commitment to Catholic education and gentle devotion to the people entrusted to his care will always be remembered.

The Most Reverend Michael Jarrell, Bishop of the Diocese of Lafayette, will be the principal celebrant and homilist at the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne, LA on Friday, August 8, 2014 at 10:00 a.m Mass.

Father Leonards will be laid to rest in St. Joseph Cemetery #2, Rayne, LA.

Fr. Leonards was born on January 8, 1942 in Rayne, LA. He attended St. Joseph School during his elementary school years. Thereafter he attended Immaculata Seminary in Lafayette and Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans. He was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Lafayette on December 17, 1966. He served as Associate Pastor in the parishes of Sacred Heart in Broussard, LA and St. Anthony in Eunice, LA. Along with his current assignment, Fr. Leonards faithfully served as Pastor of the parishes of St. John the Evangelist, Mermentau, LA; St. Margaret, Estherwood, LA; St. Peter, Gueydan, LA; St. Alphonsus, Maurice, LA; St. Theresa, Duson, LA, and St. Benedict, Duson, LA.

He is survived by his sister, Jane Frances Leonards of Rayne, LA; one nephew, Gerhard "Boo" LeBlanc, and his children Hailey, Hudson, and Holden LeBlanc of Rayne, LA; one niece, Anne LeBlanc Guidry and husband Matthew, and their children Emma, Anna, Sarah, and Jacob Guidry of Rayne, LA; one brother-in-law, Alfred "Popcorn" LeBlanc of Rayne, LA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerhard J. and Annie Victoria Schatzle Leonards; one brother, Charles Gerhard Leonards; three sisters, Theresa Ann Leonards LeBlanc, Cecile Louise Leonards, and Barbara Mary Leonards.

The pallbearers will be his cousin, Rev. Michael Schatzle, and other priests in the Diocese of Lafayette, LA.

Vigil Service will be held Thursday, August 7, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. The Vigil Service will be prayed by Fr. Michael Schatzle.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2014 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rayne, LA from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and will resume at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Friday, August 8, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Mass.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Catholic Church, St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church in Duson, LA or Rayne Catholic Elementary, Rayne, LA.

Friends may view the obituary and guestbook online at www.gossenfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Gossen Funeral Home, Inc. of Rayne, LA, (337)334-3141

Sidney Joseph Lavergne, 80 of New Caney, TX was called from this life on August 17, 2015. Sidney was born in Crowley, LA to Evita LaVergne and Alida Leger Lavergne on September 22, 1934. Sidney was employed as an Electrician, he loved his job. He also loved to dance and have a good time with family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Sidney is survived by one son, Rommie Joseph Lavergne of Montgomery, TX; two daughters, Tammy Ann Lambert (Garrey) of New Caney, TX, Gay Judith Rains (George) of New Caney, TX; one brother, E.J. Lavergne of Houston, TX; thirteen grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren.

Sidney is preceded in death by his parents, Evita and Alida Lavergne; his beloved wife, Della Mae Lavergne; his daughter-in-law, Ivy Gail Lavergne; two sisters, Mabel Dubois and Naomie Guidry.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Gueydan, LA on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 10:00 AM with Father Corey Campeaux officiating. Burial will follow in the Gueydan Cemetery under the direction of Matthews and Son Funeral Home. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Gueydan, LA on Friday, August 21st from 5:30 PM until the time of his Funeral Mass with a Rosary recited at 6:00 PM Friday evening.

The family and friends of Gerald "Jerry" Marcel Dugas are mourning the loss of their loved one who was called from this life on March 20, 2016 at the age of 86. Jerry was born in Carencro, LA to Willie "Frere" Dugas and Lauris Mouton Dugas on October 28, 1929. Jerry worked for KJEF & KSIG for over 50 years. He loved to go for walks, loved to dance and listen to Cajun music. Jerry especially loved spending time with his family. Throughout his life, Jerry was honored with many awards for the work that he did, his most cherished awards were being inducted into the Official Cajun Music Hall of Fame in 1997, his Cajun French Music Association Pioneer award in 1993, and his CFMA award for his 53 years of dedication to promoting Cajun Music and help preserving our Cajun Heritage and Culture. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Lauris Dugas; one brother, Chester Dugas; one great granddaughter, Chiara Scancella

Funeral services for Gerald "Jerry" Dugas will be held at the Matthews and Son Funeral Home in Jennings, LA on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 2:00 PM with Father Charles McMillin officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings on Tuesday, March 22nd from 4:30 PM until 9:00 PM with a rosary recited at 6:00 PM. The family request that visitation resume on Wednesday March 23rd at 9:00 AM and continue until the time of his funeral service.

Carrying Jerry to his final resting place in Greenwood Cemetery will be Larry Landry, Tyler Landry, Bryce Biessenberger, Kenneth Bergeron, Keenan Landry and Sam Hardy. Honorary pallbearers will be Barney Barnes and Russell Traylor.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the American Heart Association.

The family and friends of Jearayne Mehal are mourning the loss of their loved one who was called from this life on March 18, 2016 at the age of 62. She was comforted and surrounded by her family as she passed from this life unto the next. Jearayne was born in Rayne, LA to Thomas Garrett and Helen Blue Garrett on December 2, 1953. She spent her career working as a Graphic Design Artist. Jearayne, in her spare time, enjoyed gardening and scrapbooking. She also had a passion for rifle and pistol shooting and as an umpire coordinator. For thirty-four years Jearayne and her husband resided together in Lafayette, LA and recently in the past thirteen months took residency in Church Point, LA. Jearayne was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Funeral services for Jearayne Mehal of Church Point, LA will be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home in Jennings, LA on Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 6:00 PM with Pastor Bob Zannini of Life Church of Lafayette officiating. The family request that visitation be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home in Jennings, LA on Sunday, March 20th from 2:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

In Lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made in order to assist with medical expenses.

We will celebrate the life and memory of Jeffrey Charles Broussard who passed away at his home in Arnaudville on Tuesday, September 24, 2018.

Visitation will be held at David Funeral Home in Erath on Thursday, September 27, 2018 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM with a memorial service starting at 4:00 PM.

Jeffrey was a long time resident of Erath and enjoyed cooking, music, and making his friends and family laugh.

He is survived by his parents Mr. & Mrs. Hubert Broussard of Erath; his companion Wesley Lalonde of Arnaudville; his three children; Zachary Broussard and his wife Monique of Milton; Elizabeth Broussard Romero and her husband Chad of Youngsville; Benjamin Broussard and his fiancé Kelsey Lambert of Box Elder, SD and grandchildren Aubrey Broussard, Sydney Romero, Lane Romero, Adele Broussard, and Hannah Romero. He is also survived by his brothers Jude, Joel, and Jeremy Broussard and his sister Julie Broussard.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Harry Broussard and Mr. & Mrs. Wilton Suire all of Erath.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.davidfuneralhome.org

David Funeral Home of Erath is in charge of arrangements 209 E. Putnam St., Erath, LA 70533, (337) 937-0405.

Wilman J. Richard, 89, passed away in the comfort of his home on July 24, 2017.

Wilman was born in Church Point on March 21, 1928 to the late Archangel and Alette (Matt) Richard. He was a member of CFMA for many years. Wilman enjoyed raising his animals and loved going dancing with his late wife Belle.

A Mass of Christian burial will be in St. Raphael Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at 2 PM with Father Bennie Wego officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens under the direction of Johnson & Brown Funeral Home. Visitation is Wednesday in Johnson & Brown Funeral Home from 9 a.m. until 1:30 PM with a rosary at 11 a.m.

"Angels rejoiced today when Enola Dugas entered into heaven's gates." Enola Dugas lovingly known as "TeNolle" entered into eternal life on July 8, 2015, after a very courageous battle with cancer. At her side was her beloved "Tiny" who remained at her side, 24 hours a day. TeNolle was 89 years old and resided in Scott, Louisiana the majority of her life.

TeNolle was the beloved mother of Dr. Paul Roger, Jr. and was preceded in death by her beautiful and loving daughter, Deanna Lormand. She is survived by her grandchild Michelle Alleman and great granddaughters Chelsi and Shelbi Allemon along with many nieces and nephews. TeNolle will be greatly missed by her brother, J.C. Dugas and sisters, Eldine Navarre and Sadie Ramagos. She was preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Dugas and her parents, Aglious and Claudia Castille-Dugas.

TeNolle will always be remembered as a very strong and loving woman who worked extremely hard throughout her entire life. She was a very giving person with her time and talents. Her passion was designing and sewing beautiful custom draperies and pillows which graced many elegant homes near and far.

The family of Enola Dugas wishes to thank the many family members and friends who tirelessly loved and cared for her, especially during these past months. Many thanks to TeNolle's life-long friends, Juanita Boudreaux and Marie Hebert along with Glenda Trahan and Rebecca Guidry.

Graveside services will be held Friday, July 10, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Mary Mother of God Cemetery (3121 Johnston St. Lafayette, LA 70503).

"Cecil J. Picard", the third longest serving State Superintendent of Education in Louisiana history, and the catalyst for many nationally recognized educational initiatives including Louisiana's Accountability Program and the LA 4 Pre-K initiative, has died. He was 69 years-old.

Picard died Thursday afternoon, February 15, 2007, from complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. His loving wife and family were by his side.

Picard began his life on January 1, 1938 in Maurice, Louisiana, the son of Romain and Evangeline. He grew up on the grounds of Maurice High School where his father served as principal. Picard often recounted peering into the school's windows as a boy, too young to attend classes, curious to see what the teachers and students were doing inside. Picard later recalled thinking that he never wanted to follow in his father's footsteps as an educator, knowing the difficult realities of leading a school.

Despite his misgivings, Picard graduated from Maurice High School and set off to achieve a degree in Upper Elementary Education from Southwestern Louisiana Institute, which later became the University of Southwestern Louisiana and then the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He also earned a Master of Arts degree in Administration and Supervision from Sam Houston State Teachers College in Huntsville, Texas. In 1959, Picard began his educational career as a teacher at LeBlanc Elementary School in Erath, Louisiana. He became a teacher and coach at Maurice High School in 1962; but upon his father's death in 1969, he stepped into his father's position as principal and leader of the school.

Picard always believed that education needed to be a top priority in Louisiana, but he knew if he wanted to have an impact, he would have to leave the schoolhouse for the statehouse to accomplish his goals. So, in 1976 he was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives. In 1979, he was elected to the Louisiana Senate serving a combined 20 years as a legislator. He was a long-time member and former chairman of the Senate Committee on Education. He also served as Chairman of the Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs and the Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs.

As a member of the Senate, Picard was lead author of more than 50 pieces of legislation and championed numerous education reform initiatives aimed at improving education in Louisiana, including the Educational Employees Professional Improvement Program (1980), the law requiring mandatory kindergarten (1984), the Children First Act (1988) and the law creating Louisiana's first Early Childhood Opportunity Program (1992).

Picard became State Superintendent of Education in 1996, making him the third longest serving superintendent in Louisiana history, behind Thomas H. Harris (1908-40) and Shelby M. Jackson (1948-64). Picard worked closely with 5 governors and 8 administrations, including those of Governors Edwin Edwards, Dave Treen, Buddy Roemer, Mike Foster and Kathleen Babineaux Blanco. He was scheduled to retire effective May 1, 2007.

During his tenure as the state's top education leader, Picard transformed Louisiana from one of the worst performing states academically, to one of the nation's leaders in education reform. Picard led the way in developing Louisiana's Accountability Program that is currently ranked number one in the nation by Education Week Magazine. Under his leadership, Louisiana was also ranked number one in the country for its efforts to improve teacher quality and has shown improvement in almost every national indicator available, including ACT scores, NAEP tests, The Iowa Tests and the state's LEAP and Graduation Exit Exams. After Hurricane Katrina, Picard greatly assisted impacted school systems in their recovery efforts, especially in New Orleans. However, Picard considered his most important contribution to be the creation of Louisiana's pre-K program for at-risk students, LA 4 which is now a model for the nation in early childhood education.

Although education was his lifelong endeavor, his happiness came from spending time with his family, (particularly his four grandchildren) duck hunting with his friends and sons, and traveling the world with his wife. He had an affinity for sharing good wine and cigars with his friends. He also loved thoroughbred horse racing, a passion passed on to his children and grandchildren.

Picard was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in May of 2005. He aggressively battled the disease since his diagnosis including participating in experimental drug trials in hopes of prolonging his health.

Visitation will be held at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Maurice, Louisiana from 6:30 PM until 10:00 PM on Sunday, February 18, 2007. The Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 PM Visitation continues Monday, February 19, 2007 from 8:00 AM until the time of the funeral service. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Maurice, Louisiana at 11:00 AM, Monday, February 19, 2007. Overflow seating will be available at Maurice Elementary School, 203 S. Albert Avenue. Entombment will be in the church mausoleum.

The Rev. O. Joseph Breaux, Pastor will be the Celebrant of the funeral Mass and will conduct the services co-celebrated by Rev. Patrick Primeaux, Rev. Keith J. Derouen, Rev. Louis J. Richard and Rev. Martin Leonards. Eulogists will be Charles R. Sonnier, Jimmy Long and Carole Butler-Wallin. Jodi Bollich, vocalist, accompanied by Raymond Hebert, vocalist, will sing for the services, "Here I Am Lord", "Amazing Grace", "Taste and See", "Old Rugged Cross", and "Be Not Afraid".

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in Picard's name to The Cecil Picard Endowment Fund, benefiting The Early Childhood Development Center at The University of Louisiana-Lafayette, c/o the Community Foundation of Acadiana, P.O. Box 3892, Lafayette, Louisiana 70502-3892.

The family would like to thank Dr. Jody Rosson, Dr. Leo Dealvare, Dr. Ed Lyons, and Dr. Charles Bowers for their care and compassion. The family would like to give special thanks to his friend and hunting companion, Dr. Steve Abshire, as well as the 5th floor nursing staff at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, his Home Health Sitters, Rashanda Evans, and Aneka Duhon, and Mike Michot with Premiere Medical for their kindness and gentle care given to Mr. Picard during his time of need.

View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com

Martin & Castille Funeral Home, Inc. of Lafayette is in charge of the arrangements

"I have competed well, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on there awaits for me a crown of righteousness, not only for me but for all who wait on His appearance."

It is with great sadness that the family of Melvin Joseph Fontenot announces his passing. Melvin passed into the arms of the Lord on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at The Carpenter House in Lafayette, LA. at the age of 92.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 3:00 PM at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Ville Platte. Burial will follow in the Evangeline Memorial Park Cemetery with Father Mitchell Guidry officiating services. The family requests that visitation be observed at Ardoin's Funeral Home in Ville Platte beginning on Tuesday at 8:30 AM until time of service, with a Rosary to be recited at 2:30 PM.

Melvin is survived by his wife Jessie Rene L. Fontenot of Ville Platte; his children Martha Jonetta F. Thompson and husband David, Francis K. Fontenot, Charlotte F. Savoy and husband Arthur, and Joe Fontenot and wife Sue all of Lafayette; four step-children, Billie Jean Vidrine of Ville Platte, Keith McDaniel and wife Coopey of Eunice, Benjie Gaspard and husband Mike of Quitman, and Kevin McDaniel and wife Jamie of Ville Platte; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and one brother Dalbis Fontenot of Ville Platte.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Savio Fontenot and Ella McGee Fontenot, his first wife, Barbara ''Butch'' Deshotels Fontenot, brother Ezema Fontenot and two sisters, Earline Fontenot and Betty F. Sylvester.

Melvin Joseph Fontenot was a native of Point Blue, Louisiana and was a resident of Ville Platte for most of his life. He was a Veteran of the military, proudly serving in the United States Army during WWII. Melvin worked as an Instrument Mechanic for the Cabot Corporation in Ville Platte for over 30 years. He was a past member of the Woodmen of the World and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed camping, visiting with friends, going to the casino and spending time with his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

The family would like to give special thanks to The Carpenter House for their kindness, compassion and devoted care to Melvin and his family during their time of need.

"Mama, Maw-Maw, Mrs. Bea" passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on November 18, 2018, at the age of 103. She was born August 15, 1915, to Dozelia and Marguerite Simoneaud. She was a native of Jeanerette and a 1931 graduate and co-valedictorian of Jeanerette High School. Prior to marrying Percy Eldridge on February 3, 1937, she worked as a bookkeeper at D. A. Simoneaud's General Merchandise, her father's store.

As a life-long resident of Jeanerette, she was the bookkeeper in the family's business, Eldridge's Grocery, and the homemaker for the large Eldridge family. She was an active member of the Jeanerette Book and Hobby Club and the Catholic Daughters of America.

She enjoyed being at the family camp at Cypremort Point, cooking (and what a great cook she was!), playing booray with friends, watching the New Orleans' Saints on TV, and most of all watching her children and grandchildren participate in sporting events.

Mrs. Eldridge is survived by eight children, Gerard Eldridge and his wife Ruth of Jeanerette, Dickie and JoAnn Eldridge, Linda Eldridge Viator of Ruston, Michael and Claudette Eldridge, Glenn Eldridge and his wife Flavia of Jeanerette, Danny Eldridge and his wife Judy of Coteau, Percy Eldridge of Jeanerette, and Mary Eldridge and Cathy Goss of Scott. Her grandchildren are John Eldridge and his wife Ginger, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Laurie Eldridge Auffant, of Prattville, Alabama, Nina Eldridge Lloyd and her husband Brad, of Flowery Branch, Georgia, Jerry, Dwayne, and Erin Eldridge, of Jeanerette; Keith Viator, New Iberia, Michelle Viator Moudy and her husband Tate, Jackson, Mississippi, Todd Viator and his wife Traci, Magnolia, Texas, Kerry Viator and his wife Stephanie, Ruston; Brook Eldridge and his wife Candace, Baton Rouge, Josh Eldridge and his wife Heather, Lafayette, Reed Eldridge and his wife Ellen, of Zachary; Ellen Eldridge DeValcourt and her husband Todd, Lafayette, Gregg Eldridge and his wife, Julie, Mandeville, Scott Eldridge and his wife Kelly, Lafayette, Elizabeth Eldridge Schwab and her husband Dustin, Baton Rouge, Joseph Eldridge and his wife, Kristin, Baton Rouge; Brad Eldridge and his wife Jillian, Lafayette, Janie Eldridge Franke and her husband James, Lafayette; Jill Eldridge, Baton Rouge, Maggie Eldridge Been and her husband Darrell, Houston, Ben Eldridge and his wife Brittany, Lafayette, Jennifer Eldridge and Joe Tindell, and Katie Eldridge Faucheaux and her husband Sean, of New Iberia. She is also survived by 35 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Visitation will begin on Monday, November 19, 2018 at 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at David Funeral Home in Jeanerette. There will be a recitation of the rosary at 6:00 PM. Visitation will resume on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at 8:00 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Jeanerette. Rev. Ed Degeyter will be officiating the services. Burial will follow at St. John the Evangelist Cemetery.

"Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, Rosalie F. Moore, made the most important journey of her life on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 when she passed from this life to the next to await the Messianic Banquet.

A Funeral Ceremony will be held Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Fountain Memorial Funeral Home in Lafayette for Rosalie Fletcher Moore.

Visitation will be observed at Fountain Memorial Funeral Home in Lafayette on Thursday, December 12, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services.

Spiritual services will be conducted by Pastor Tom Lambert of Community Baptist Church in Lafayette.

Committal prayers will be recited by Gary Funderberk.

Entombment will follow in Fountain Memorial Cemetery in Lafayette.

Rosalie was born September 15, 1918 in Jennings. She was an ardent disciple of the LORD, teaching Bible and Sunday School for many years. She graduated from U.S.L. in Lafayette with a Master's degree in Education. Rosalie was a dedicated teacher in St. Mary and Lafayette Parishes for many years. She affectionately referred to herself as an "old retired school teacher". She touched the lives of thousands of students throughout her career.

Ms. Moore is survived by three children; a daughter, Elizabeth "Beth" M. Mouton of Carencro; two sons, John "Johnny" F. Moore and Jeffery "Jeff" R. Moore and his wife, Irene, both of Lafayette; four grandchildren, John Scott Moore, Edward "Eddie" P. Bollich III, Jared M. Moore and Christopher C. Moore and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Bell Moore; a son, James Craig Moore; a granddaughter, Dawn Michelle Moore-Ingram; her parents, Griffin and Eliza Fletcher; and the most important person in her life, Marion "Mano" Fletcher (step-mother), who raised and guided her after her natural mother died when Rosalie was just one month old.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Kenneth McCarron, Heart of Hospice and Concepts of Care for the compassionate care given to Rosalie and her family.

In lieu of flowers that wither like grass, any memorial donations should be made in Rosalie's name to a ministry that actively serves Christians such as Grace to You at www.gty.org, 28001 Harrison Parkway Valencia, CA 91355, (661) 295-5777; Israel My Glory at www.foi.org, The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry, Inc. PO Box 908 Bellmawr, NJ 08099 or Community Baptist Church at 800 Rue De Belier, Lafayette, LA 70506, (337) 984-3744.

Online obituary and guest book may be viewed at www.fountainmemorialfuneralhome.com.

Fountain Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery of Lafayette, 1010 Pandora St., (337) 981-7098 is in charge of arrangements.

"Rendez vous des Cajun" lost a loyal viewer on Monday, May 1, 2017. Joseph Venance (JV) Landry, Jr, age 87, passed away at his home in Milton, LA. He was surrounded by his family, who were his loving caregivers for many years.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 5, 2017, at a 10:00 am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Milton. Reverend William Schambough, Pastor, will be Celebrant of the Funeral Mass. Interment will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery. Musical selections will be performed by Soloist, Jodi Bollich.

JV was a kind, charming man who never met a stranger. His family meant everything to him. If he had his way, his home would have been "The Landry Compound". He loved riding the countryside or barbecuing in his backyard, always listening to Camey Doucet. In his last years he could be seen around Milton in his golf cart, gathering the local news from neighbors to bring home and share.

Pallbearers will be sons Kenray and Damon, and grandsons Greg, Ryan, Brett, and Philip. Honorary pallbearers will be son Merrell, brother Larry, and sons-in-law Denny, Ben, Tony, and Andrew, and grandson-in-law Dean.

Visitation will be observed at Martin & Castille - SOUTHSIDE location on Thursday, May 4, 2017 from 4:00pm-9:00pm and will continue on Friday, May 5, 2017 from 8:00am until time of services.

A Rosary will be prayed by family on Thursday at 6:30 PM.

The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to his neurologist Dr. Dealvare, Amedysis Home Health, and St. Joseph Hospice. Memorial donations may be made in his name to St. Joseph Hospice, 1003 Hugh Wallis Road, South, Ste. F3, Lafayette, LA, 70508.